How To Fix LCM_COMMON049 - No authorization to run report '&1'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCM_COMMON - Messages for Legal Content Management

• Message number: 049

• Message text: No authorization to run report '&1'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LCM_COMMON049 - No authorization to run report '&1' ?

  The SAP error message LCM_COMMON049 indicates that a user does not have the necessary authorization to execute a specific report identified by the placeholder &1. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's authorization management, where users must have specific permissions to access certain functionalities or data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Authorization Object: The user lacks the required authorization object that grants permission to execute the report.
  Role Assignment: The user may not have the appropriate role assigned that includes the necessary authorizations.
  Profile Issues: The user’s profile may not include the necessary permissions for the report in question.
  Report-Specific Restrictions: Some reports may have additional restrictions based on the user's organizational unit, company code, or other criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after encountering the error to analyze the missing authorizations.
  This transaction will show you the last authorization check and help identify what is missing.
  
  
  
  Review Roles and Profiles:
  
  Go to transaction PFCG (Role Maintenance) and check the roles assigned to the user.
  Ensure that the roles include the necessary authorization objects for executing the report.
  
  
  
  Modify Authorizations:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can modify the roles to include the required authorization objects.
  If you do not have the necessary access, contact your SAP security administrator to request the required authorizations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, have the user log out and log back in to ensure that the new authorizations take effect.
  Test the report execution again to confirm that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to roles or authorizations for future reference and compliance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization Objects: Common authorization objects related to report execution include S_PROGRAM, S_TCODE, and others depending on the specific report.
  SAP Security: Understanding SAP security concepts, including roles, profiles, and authorization objects, is crucial for troubleshooting authorization issues.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to the specific report or authorization objects.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP Basis or security team for further investigation.